New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 6071: Creates the "Pennies for Parks" program providing funds for capital expenditures at state parks and historic sites; imposes a fee on single use plastic carryout bags

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO CULTURAL AFFAIRS, TOURISM, PARKS AND RECREATION

Plain-language summary

S 6071 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on March 5, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Creates the "Pennies for Parks" program providing funds for capital expenditures at state parks and historic sites; imposes a fee on single use plastic carryout bags. Primary sponsor: Kevin Parker (Democratic/Working Families). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CULTURAL AFFAIRS, TOURISM, PARKS AND RECREATION.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Kevin Parker (Democratic/Working Families).